Royal Bank of Canada

Manager, National Tax Services

Royal Bank of Canada • $90K — $120K *
Montreal, QC H1A 0A1In-Person
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
3 weeks ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in personal, estate, and trust taxation, including Quebec income taxation
  • Bilingual in English and French for effective client service
  • Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or related field
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 and tax software; experience with Broadridge preferred
  • Strong problem-solving and attention to detail skills

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and review T1 final and T3 tax returns meticulously
  • Lead postmortem tax planning initiatives for private companies
  • Mentor and direct a high-performing tax team for optimal performance
  • Monitor tax legislation changes and brief staff on implications
  • Investigate and resolve tax inquiries, escalating complex issues as needed
  • Train team members for knowledge transfer and backup coverage
  • Document account activities clearly and update Relationship Managers about progress
  • Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate data for tax preparation

Benefits

  • Lead in a dynamic, client-centric environment at a leading financial institution
  • Access competitive compensation, professional growth, and cutting-edge tools
  • Enjoy a collaborative culture that values innovation and work-life balance
  • Make a meaningful contribution to clients and communities
Full Job Description
Job Description

What is the opportunity?

Join RBC Royal Trust's National Tax Services team, where you'll play a pivotal role in leading high-quality tax compliance work - preparing and reviewing T1 final, Estate and Trust T3 tax returns, Charity and information returns - while ensuring seamless service for estate and trust accounts. As a coach, mentor, and first point of escalation, you'll foster positive employee experience and drive superior outcomes. Your leadership will ensure consistent adherence to filing deadlines and operational excellence. This role combines strong technical tax expertise, meticulous attention to detail, proven mentorship and collaboration skills, and a commitment to innovation. You'll enhance efficiency and excellence across tax services while supporting Relationship Managers and clients.

What will you do?
  • Prepare and review complex estate and trust income tax returns with precision.
  • Lead postmortem tax planning initiatives with private companies.
  • Direct and mentor a high-performing tax team, cultivating professional growth and addressing operational challenges.
  • Monitor evolving tax legislation and communicate implications to staff through seminars, policy briefs, and procedural updates.
  • Investigate and resolve tax inquiries, escalating complex issues to senior leadership as needed.
  • Train and support team members, ensuring knowledge transfer and backup coverage.
  • Maintain clear documentation of account activities and communicate progress to Relationship Managers.
  • Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless client experiences and accurate data for tax preparation.
  • Drive innovation by leveraging technology to enhance efficiency.


What do you need to succeed?

Must-have
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in personal, estate, and trust taxation, including Quebec income taxation
  • Bilingualism (English and French) required, as you will regularly serve our clients and do business with RBC partners and/or employees across Canada with English and French speaking needs
  • Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365, and tax software; experience with trust management database (Broadridge) an asset
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail


Nice-to-have
  • Professional designations: CPA, In-Depth Tax Program (IDTP), CSC, TEP, M.Tax., or equivalent
  • Proven leadership experience in coaching and team development
  • Working knowledge of corporate and US tax


What's in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.
  • Opportunity to lead in a dynamic, client-centric environment at a top-tier financial institution
  • Competitive compensation, professional growth, and access to cutting-edge tools
  • Collaborative culture that values innovation, diversity, and work-life balance
  • Ability to make a difference and lasting impact


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Additional Job Details

Address:

1 PLACE VILLE MARIE:MONTRÉAL

City:

Montréal

Country:

Canada

Work hours/week:

37.5

Employment Type:

Full time

Platform:

WEALTH MANAGEMENT

Job Type:

Regular

Pay Type:

Salaried

Posted Date:

2026-06-16

Application Deadline:

2026-07-16
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

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Join the dynamic team at Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), a global leader in financial services and a company committed to excellence and innovation. At RBC, we offer a wide range of job opportunities that empower professionals to shape their career paths with leadership, diversity training, and continuous growth.

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At RBC, we prioritize the well-being and satisfaction of our employees. Our benefits package is designed to support our team members at every stage of their life and career. RBC’s culture is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and responsibility, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive.

Career Growth and Innovation

We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees through continuous learning and career development programs. At RBC, you will find endless opportunities to grow professionally through on-the-job experiences, formal training programs, and leadership development initiatives. Our commitment to innovation means we are constantly seeking out new ideas and perspectives, making RBC a perfect place for those who aim to lead and innovate.

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Learn more about Royal Bank of Canada
Size
86,007 employees
Market Cap
$130.3 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
5 Year Trend
+8.7%
NASDAQ
RY
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